Hemorrhoids
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Hemorrhoids are dilated and inflamed veins in the area of the rectum and anus, which may be located inside or around the anal opening.
Common symptoms: bleeding during bowel movements, itching, discomfort, a sensation of a lump, or pain in the anal region.
Common causes: they are often favored by repeated straining during bowel movements, constipation, prolonged periods of sitting or standing, and pregnancy.
When is a checkup advisable? It is reasonable to seek care when there is bleeding, pain that does not subside, or recurring discomfort, especially to rule out other causes. The proctologist or coloproctologist is the go-to specialist, while a general practitioner can provide initial guidance; seeking a professional assessment helps clarify the source of the problem.
Data on 6,281 doctors who treat hemorrhoids
Which specialist treats hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids should be evaluated by a general surgeon or a proctologist, specialists in managing this condition. A gastroenterologist may be involved if there are related digestive symptoms, and a general practitioner can provide initial care. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in hemorrhoids
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Frequently asked questions
What is hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are dilated and inflamed veins in the area of the rectum and anus, which may be located inside or around the anal opening.
Which doctor treats hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids should be evaluated by a general surgeon or a proctologist, specialists in managing this condition. A gastroenterologist may be involved if there are related digestive symptoms, and a general practitioner can provide initial care. Find these specialists.